We are often motivated by three powerful things: fear, shame, and guilt. These often influence how we talk about Christian faith, too. How do we move away from unhealthy fears to the honestly good news of Jesus? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on John 2:1-11, Jesus’s first miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee.
Coming Into the Light
Light shines into the darkness: the Wise Men. Isaiah 60:1-6. Ephesians 3:1-12. How has God shined his light into our lives? And what should our response be? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on this Epiphany Sunday.
Give Thanks to God
While in their old age, Simeon and Anna had meaningful encounters with the infant Jesus, and this gave them hope for the future. What does this ancient story say to us today? Listen to Pastor David’s message on Luke 2:22-40 here.
A Long Time Ago, In a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Christmas Eve and Star Wars: What do they have in common? How does the birth of Jesus begin a new, epic saga for the ages? Listen to Pastor David’s Christmas Eve message here:
Shining the Light
You are the light of the world. But is the light of Christ shining fully into your life and your relationships? Make peace happen this Christmas. Listen to Pastor David’s sermon, from the last Sunday of Advent, on Matthew 5:14-16.
Following the Light
The Wise Men followed a star and visited Jesus in Bethlehem. What if this well-known story is not about sentimental nativity scenes? What if it’s about political and personal revolution? What if it’s about seeking God’s kingdom rather than the influence of politics and money in our lives? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on Matthew 2:1-12.
Celebrating the Light
Angels proclaimed the birth of Jesus to the shepherds. Or…did they? What were the angels really celebrating when they sang “gloria in excelsis deo”? And how are we like the shepherds? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on Luke 2:8-20.
Drawing Near to Jesus
The woman reaches out to touch Jesus’s cloak. Jesus stops in his busy day to look around and see the needs around him. How is the healing story in Mark 5:25-34 related to our work of evangelism? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon, the last in our series on evangelism.
Breaking Free From Spiritual Inertia
Are you busy, or are you a busybody? Are you spiritually active or spiritually inert? What roles do you play in your church? Listen to Pastor David’s message on 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15.
Avoiding Cultural Accommodation
Mercy: receiving a gift of something good when you deserve something bad. Evangelism is all about diving deep into God’s mercy and allowing his love to overflow into the lives of those around you. Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on Romans 12:1-2.